2012 TOYOTA RAV4 air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 167
Fog light switch ................... 171
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 173
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 177
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 179
Rear view monitor system .............................. 183
Driving assist systems ........ 191
Hill-start assist control ......... 198
Downhill assist control system .............................. 200
Four-wheel drive lock switch ................................ 203
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions ....................... 204
Cargo and luggage ............. 209
Vehicle load limits ............... 215
Winter driving tips ............... 217
Trailer towing ...................... 221
Dinghy towing ..................... 231 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system .............................. 234
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 240
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 248
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 250
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 251
Using the radio ................... 254
Using the CD player ........... 260
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 267
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 274
Using the AUX port............. 277
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 278
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 281
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 285
Making a phone call ........... 293
Setting a cellular phone ...... 299
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Security and system setup ................................ 304
Using the phone book ........ 307
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 315
• Personal/interior light main switch ...................... 316
• Personal/interior lights...... 316
• Interior light ...................... 317
• Luggage compartment light .................................. 317
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 319
• Glove box ......................... 320
• Console box ..................... 321
• Overhead console ............ 322
• Cup holders ...................... 323
• Bottle holders ................... 324
• Auxiliary box ..................... 326
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 327
Vanity mirrors ..................... 328
Clock .................................. 329
Power outlets ..................... 330
Seat heaters ....................... 335
Armrest............................... 337
Coat hooks ......................... 338
Floor mat ............................ 339
Luggage compartment features ............................ 340 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 346
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 349
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 352
General maintenance ......... 355
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 358
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 359
Hood ................................... 363
Positioning a floor jack........ 365
Engine compartment .......... 367
Tires.................................... 381
Tire inflation pressure ......... 388
Wheels................................ 392
Air conditioning filter ........... 395
Key battery ......................... 397
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 401
Light bulbs .......................... 413
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With an automatic air conditioning system
With a manual air conditioning system
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Air conditioning system P. 234
Rear window defogger switch
Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
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P. 248
P. 248
Engine (ignition) switch
(with smart key system)
P. 145
Air conditioning system P. 240
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch P. 248
Security indicator P. 95
Security indicator P. 95
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 234
Automatic air conditioning system ....... 240
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 248
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 250
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 251
Using the radio ................. 254
Using the CD player ......... 260
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 267
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 274
Using the AUX port .......... 277
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 278
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features .......................... 281
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ......... 285
Making a phone call ......... 293
Setting a cellular phone ... 299 Security and system
setup .............................. 304
Using the phone book ...... 307
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 315
• Personal/interior light main switch ..................... 316
• Personal/interior lights .... 316
• Interior light ..................... 317
• Luggage compartment light ................................. 317
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 319
• Glove box........................ 320
• Console box .................... 321
• Overhead console ........... 322
• Cup holders .................... 323
• Bottle holders .................. 324
• Auxiliary box ................... 326
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 327
Vanity mirrors ................... 328
Clock ................................ 329
Power outlets ................... 330
Seat heaters..................... 335
Armrest ............................ 337
Coat hooks ....................... 338
Floor mat .......................... 339
Luggage compartment features .......................... 340

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to “0” to turn the fan off.
Fan speed control dial
Air outlet selection dial
Air conditioning on/off switch
Temperature control dial
Outside air or recirculated air mode
: If equipped

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
■Changing the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection di al to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can be also
selected for more detailed adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Vehicles with third seats Air flows mainly to the feet.
: Vehicles with third seats

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Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the dial is set
at this position.
Pressing
to turn the air
conditioning on clears the wind-
shield and side windows faster.
: Vehicles with third seats
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the dial is set
at this position.
Pressing
to turn the air
conditioning on clears the wind-
shield and side windows faster.
■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu-
lated air mode (indicator on) each time is pressed.